About RCAA

The Rehabilitation Counselling Association of Australasia is a professional body representing the interests of rehabilitation counsellors who have completed formal tertiary qualifications in rehabilitation counselling.

The Principal Aims of RCAA are to:

Promote the profession of Rehabilitation Counselling and its unique contribution to human service / health service delivery in Australasia.

Represent the interests of the profession of Rehabilitation Counselling.

Maintain the professional integrity of Rehabilitation Counselling through setting and safeguarding the highest standards of education and professional practice.

Provide relevant and expert advice to governments, policy makers, organisations, groups and individuals on issues impacting on rehabilitation and rehabilitation counselling.

Contribute to research and the growth of expert knowledge, for the benefit of individuals and society, in the fields of:

  • Rehabilitation Counselling profession and practice
  • Rehabilitation
  • Disability and Injury management
  • Disability service delivery
  • Other human service areas.

The Structure of RCAA

The officer bearers of the Association consist of:

  • President;
  • Vice President;
  • Treasurer; and
  • Secretary.

Branches comprise members of the Association located in a particular geographical area.

The Committees of RCAA

Membership Committee

This committee is responsible for entry-level membership standards, assessing membership applications, advising the National Council on and making recommendations about membership requirements.

Professional Practice Committee

This committee is responsible for the maintenance of a Code of Ethics, professional practice standards, complaints investigation and disciplinary action.

Academic Standards and Research Committee

This committee is responsible for coordinating accreditation of University courses and promoting research activities.